ASguard an all-terrain amphibian

The Advanced Security Guard (ASGuard) is a design by the Center for Robotics Innovation at the University of Bremen in Germany. This robot prototype can go underwater and on any type of rough terrain. Its role is to intervene in rescue operations during accidents or natural disasters. Asguard moves at a speed of 2 m / sec. It weighs 8 kg and can carry a 5 kg load. It measures 0.95 meters in length and is powered by four 24V DC motors. Optionally, it can be equipped with a video or infrared camera, a laser scan, GPS, and bio-chemical sensors. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qV0nHH71Sbc via and robotliving